March 12, 2023
Sunny November Graduation Session at UNC | Olivia
- Graduation
Welcome to your Graduation Investment guide!
Capturing Tangible memories to celebrate your milestones
Why Invest?
The high touch experience you deserveHi, I'm Anh (that's me in the photo!)! I value fostering relationships with clients to help make sessions an experience where they are comfortable and confident. As your photographer, I am here to understand your needs and expectations to create a great client experience, from your first inquiry to when your photos are delivered. Getting your photos taken can be nerve-wracking! I will work with you to make you comfortable during your session and am here to answer any questions beforehand.
Celebrate your milestones
While feeling comfortable & confidentI love celebrating milestones and helping to create photos that make you happy and nostalgic to look back on. We'll go through my go-to poses for graduation sessions, but I also will work with you to find what poses make you feel comfortable and confident. You'll hear me say this at your session, but this is YOUR session, so any ideas you have, I am going to run with it! We'll have such a fun time that the time will fly by.
WHAT TO EXPECT
STEP-BY-STEP
STEP 1: WE Meet each other
Consultations are how I best prepare for sessions! By learning about your personality, expectations, and vision, I am able to tailor your session experience to you! These 15-30 minute calls over Google Meet are also an opportunity for you to ask any questions so you feel comfortable and confident working with me before we meet in-person. Aside from doing the fun stuff of getting to know each other, I find clients find it helpful to feel comfortable with me before the actual session day.
STEP 2: We get you booked and prepped for your session
After you are officially booked with your signed booking proposal and your 50% non-refundable retainer paid (it goes towards your total balance), you will get immediate access to my Client Experience Guide that will help prep you for a stress-free session. It has information on what to expect, what to bring to your session, locations, style guidance, prop suggestions, and other helpful tips and links.
One week before your session, you'll get an email from me confirming your session and finalizing details, including the order of locations so you can plan outfits. If it's non-peak time, I will ask that you arrive 10-15 minutes before your session. If it's peak graduation season (mid-April through mid-May), I may ask you to arrive 1-2 hours early if we are photographing at certain popular spots on campus or send someone to stand in line for you.
STEP 3: WE HAVE AN AMAZING GRADUATION SESSION WHERE YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE AND CONFIDENT
Now that we've prepared for your session, we'll hit all your favorite spots on campus. I will spend some time getting to know you and your experience (if any) with getting photos taken, talking through quick tips and how I work, and helping you warm up. You will absolutely rock your session and have a blast!
STEP 4: YOU'LL RECEIVE YOUR PHOTOS FROM THE SESSION YOU ROCKED
After your session, I will go through your photos and remove any less than ideal ones (blinking, making a funny expression, the wind went wild, etc) and pick the best photos from your session that capture your personality and the vision you had in mind.
Once your photos are edited, you will receive a link to your online gallery with personal social media and personal printing rights 3-4 weeks after your session. You will be able to download your photos and purchase print products all within your gallery.
Turnaround time for sessions scheduled April-May will run closer to the 4 week mark as this is my busiest time. Please plan accordingly if you'd like photos by a certain day to post on social media, for graduation cards, etc.
Kind Words from Past Clients
NC State - Grace
“Anh is the BEST photographer in the whole world!! She is so kind, genuine, and incredibly talented. I think my favorite part about working with her was how comfortable and confident she made me feel, especially because I was a little nervous at the beginning. Throughout our session, we talked, exchanged stories, and laughed A LOT. She is such a cool human and a really good photographer too."”
Packages & Pricing
All packages include:
- travel within 30 miles of RDU
- complimentary 30-minute virtual consultation
- Client Experience Guide to help you feel prepared and confident for your session
- high-res, edited images delivered via an online gallery
- personal social media & printing rights
NC sales tax, travel fees, permit costs, studio costs, etc. may apply.
SOLO Packages
Carolina Blue +
Up to 2.5 hours
Up to 5 locations
2-3 outfits
100+ photos
Champagne & confetti included!
$1250
Carolina Blue
Up to 1.5 hours
Up to 3 locations
1-2 outfits
50+ photos
Choice of champagne or confetti
$750
Carolina Blue Lite
Up to 1 hour
Up to 2 locations
1 outfit
25 photos
$600
GROUP Packages
6+ people
Up to 2.5 hours
Up to 3 locations
1-2 outfits
100+ photos
Champagne included!
$1750
4-5 people
Up to 2 hours
Up to 3 locations
1-2 outfits
75+ photos
Champagne included!
$1250
2-3 people
Up to 1.5 hours
Up to 3 locations
1-2 outfits
50+ photos
Champagne included!
$1100
THe SOLO Packages in Detail
Carolina Blue+
$1250
What you get
Up to 2.5 hours, up to 5 locations, and 2-3 outfits
Do you have a handful of locations you just have to take photos at? This package is perfect for you! There's plenty of time to change into a second or third outfit, but even if you only want one outfit, this package gives us enough time to get to all of those places and spend plenty of time at each (don't forget that we do have to walk between places!).
100+ photos DELIVERED VIA ONLINE GALLERY
You will get 100+ photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for you, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make you look your absolute best.
Expert Graduation planning + Client Experience Guide
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help you with all your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got you covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You want a luxury photography experience where you can get all the photos on your location list and potentially an outfit change or two!
Carolina Blue (Most popular!)
$750
WHAT YOU GET
Up to 1.5 hours, up to 3 locations, and 1-2 outfits
This is my most popular graduation package and designed around my experience with graduation sessions and my particular shooting style! 1.5 hours is the perfect amount of time to get to up to 3 locations on campus without feeling rushed (don't forget we have to walk between places!) and change into a second outfit if you'd like (many of my clients like to do this!).
50+ PHOTOS delivered via online gallery
You will get 50+ photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for you, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make you look your absolute best.
EXPERT GRADUATION PLANNING + CLIENT EXPERIENCE GUIDE
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help you with all your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got you covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You love having variety in your photos with different looks and don't want to feel rushed during your session!
Carolina Blue LITE
$600
WHAT YOU GET
Up to 1 hour, up to 2 locations, and 1 outfit
If you're excited to get photos taken and just want some nice photos for socials, this package is perfect for getting you those celebratory photos with your favorite two locations on campus.
25 PHOTOS delivered via online gallery
You will get 25 photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for you, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make you look your absolute best.
EXPERT GRADUATION PLANNING + CLIENT EXPERIENCE GUIDE
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help you with all your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got you covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You want a no frills session that still gets you celebratory photos with one-on-one attention.
THe Group Packages in Detail
6+ people
$1750
What you get
Up to 2.5 hours & up to 3 locations
Got a large group? This package covers a mix of group and individual photos at a lower cost per person than if you were each doing solo sessions, AND you get way more photos! This is also great if the idea of doing a session by yourself is not appealing and you work better with other people's energies.
150+ PHOTOS DELIVERED VIA ONLINE GALLERY
You will get 150+ photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for everyone, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make everyone look their absolute best. These photos are split as evenly as possible between your individual photos, anyone else's, and group photos. If you would like me to adjust the photo allocation to be less individuals and more group, more individuals and less group, etc. just let me know - I can definitely do that!
EXPERT GRADUATION PLANNING + CLIENT EXPERIENCE GUIDE
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you and your friends should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help all of you with your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for all of you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got everyone covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You mostly want group shots in addition to solos.
4-5 people
$1250
What you get
Up to 2 hours & up to 3 locations
Looking to take photos with few other friends? This package covers a mix of group and individual photos at a lower cost per person than if you were each doing solo sessions, AND you get way more photos! This is also great if the idea of doing a session by yourself is not appealing and you work better with other people's energies.
75+ PHOTOS DELIVERED VIA ONLINE GALLERY
You will get 75+ photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for everyone, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make everyone look their absolute best. These photos are split as evenly as possible between your individual photos, anyone else's, and group photos. If you would like me to adjust the photo allocation to be less individuals and more group, more individuals and less group, etc. just let me know - I can definitely do that!
EXPERT GRADUATION PLANNING + CLIENT EXPERIENCE GUIDE
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you and your friends should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help all of you with your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for all of you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got everyone covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You want a mix of group and solo photos to celebrate these friendships!
2-3 people
$1100
What you get
Up to 1.5 hours & up to 2 locations
Looking to take photos with one or two friends? This package covers a mix of group and individual photos at a lower cost per person than if you were each doing solo sessions, AND you get way more photos! This is also great if the idea of doing a session by yourself is not appealing and you work better with other people's energies.
50+ PHOTOS DELIVERED VIA ONLINE GALLERY
You will get 50+ photos edited to my style. I know how important this achievement is for everyone, so I will always go through and do basic skin retouching (a pimple or two) to make everyone look their absolute best. These photos are split as evenly as possible between your individual photos, anyone else's, and group photos. If you would like me to adjust the photo allocation to be less individuals and more group, more individuals and less group, etc. just let me know - I can definitely do that!
EXPERT GRADUATION PLANNING + CLIENT EXPERIENCE GUIDE
My experience with shooting graduation photos during peak graduation season (April-May) and off-season helps with knowing how long lines might be at certain locations, what time you and your friends should get to campus (this might be earlier than our start time due to the lines!), and how many locations we can feasibly shoot at based on the month. I'll also help all of you with your regalia and how those should be worn.
I've taken my knowledge from the past few years to create a Client Experience Guide for all of you that will have all the information you'll need to prepare for your photoshoot! From what to expect before/during/after your session, what to bring, style guidance, props ideas, and more...I've got everyone covered.
YOU SHOULD BOOK THIS IF...
You want to take photos with your friends and still get some solos.
The Important Questions
When is the best time to take photos?
MAY GRADUATES
Hands down March or early to mid-April if you're a May graduate. The end of April and May before graduation day gets hectic especially at UNC at popular spots like the Old Well, the Seal, and the Bell Tower and Duke at the Chapel and Chapel Drive (to put it into perspective, in 2023 the shortest wait I had from mid-April to beginning of May was 45 minutes long, and the longest was 2 hours. On average, the wait was 1-1.5 hours long). Also, it's nice to get pictures done earlier with plenty of time to get them before graduation.
If you're a UNC student who likes flowers, the flowers around the Old Well bloom mid-April, which makes the background extra beautiful.
Be aware that the closer you shoot to graduation weekend (2 weeks or less out), having people in the background is a risk you'll have to take. Sometimes this is avoidable with strategic body placement, but when it's really busy, it is not always possible to get every single person out of the background.
AUGUST GRADUATES
June and July are off-peak months, so you won't have to worry about long lines. The main thing you'll have to worry about is humidity and heat with North Carolina summers, so really it's based off your tolerance for both of those things.
DECEMBER GRADUATES
This depends on what you're looking for. September will be fairly warm but no fall foliage. October should be pretty mild in terms of weather (but sometimes it gets hot - it was 70-80 degrees when I did my photos in mid-October!). Early to mid-November should have fall foliage but may be chillier.
Does my cap/gown count as one outfit?
It does not! Since it's easy to take on/off, I do not count it as a separate outfit. I will take a variety of photos with just your outfit(s), full regalia, and parts of it (just hood or stole, just gown, etc).
I want my parents and/or significant other in some photos - does that mean I have to book a group session?
If you want your parents and/or significant other to join for a handful of photos, that is totally fine. If your significant other is also a graduate wanting graduation photos, you will have to book a group package.
Your photos take priority at your session! The last minute or two at a location is when we will take photos of you with your parents/significant other.
When will I receive my photos?
You will receive your gallery 3-4 weeks after your session. Turnaround time for sessions scheduled April-May will run closer to the 4 week mark as this is my busiest time.
Please plan your session date accordingly if you'd like photos by a certain day to post on social media, for graduation cards, etc as I do not offer rush editing.
What happens if there's bad weather or you need to cancel?
If there is a forecast of bad weather or the weather turns on us during the session, we can reschedule. Do not worry about the forecast if it's more than 3 days out because it can change quickly. I will work with you 1-2 days before your session date to figure out a new game plan if the forecast isn't looking great. I'm pretty flexible with this and will work with you for weather reschedules! If it's overcast/cloudy, we will still shoot.
If you need to cancel for any other reason, the retainer is non-refundable for any cancellations or in the event of a no-show. Please let me know as soon as possible.
If I am sick or some other emergency comes up, you can put your retainer towards a new session date, or you can have it refunded.
If I want to order prints, can I?
Yes, absolutely! You'll be able to order prints through my shop, which is linked to your gallery. I spent time testing different labs and have picked ones that match how I edited your photos.
It is worth investing in a quality, professional lab when you're already investing in me and my editing style.
How much skin retouching do you do?
All packages include basic retouching, which is removing temporary blemishes like a zit or two. I will not do body manipulation as that is not my style. Any particular requests are taken on a case-by-case basis and may incur an additional retouching fee.
Important Information
Busy Season
- Peak graduation time (April-May) means there are wait times of 45 minutes-2 hours to take photos at popular locations and lots of people around. While I do my best to avoid having people in the background, it is not always guaranteed. Please be mindful of my turnaround time (3-4 weeks) when booking with me if you're wanting your photos by a certain day.
- That being said, if you have the flexibility to do your session before mid-April or after graduation day, it will be less hectic on campus and we can spend more time actually taking photos than having to wait our turn!
Travel
- All packages include travel within 30 miles of my location. This typically covers the Raleigh-Durham area.
- If you are located more than 30 miles from me, then travel (transportation and sometimes accommodations depending on how far the travel is) will be added to the total. I have a flat rate based on how long the drive is for me to the location.
- 3-4 hours: $350 + accommodations
- 2-3 hours: $200
- Up to 2 hours: $100
- For any locations where I have travel session availability, travel fees are waived. These locations are listed on my travel schedule page.
Booking & Payment
- A 50% non-refundable retainer is due upon signing your contract to lock in your session day/time and goes towards your total balance. Until then, you are not officially booked. The remaining amount is due the day of your session. Payment plans are available upon request for the remaining balance!
- All invoices must be paid in full by your session date to receive your gallery.
- I accept Venmo, Zelle, credit card, and check.
